Izhevsk, Russia. Rhe artist has two diplomas in arts and industrial design.

Now working as a designer in the field of packaging, advertising and polygraphia. Has been engaged with painting for more than 20 years. Had a series of successful personal exhibitions in Izhevsk. Participated in Moscow international conference devoted to the Science of Intellect. In 1996 the photos of Vladimir Kalinin's artworks were published on the covers of "Science and Religion" magazine. The artist has thorough knowledge of philosophy, psychology and history.